Since Microsoft plans to include Xbox LIVE functionality in Windows 8, Neogamr approached them asking if this meant a possible end to the Games for Windows LIVE service, since there is some obvious overlap between the two. The reply was no, offering the perspective that Age of Empires Online and "Microsoft Flight" are targeted at "the core PC gamer." Here's word:

Answer is no, Microsoft continues to support the Games for Windows platform, but we are making new investments in Metro style games. For the core PC gamer we launched “Age of Empires Online” last year and “Microsoft Flight” on February 29.

When it comes to the living room, Xbox 360 was the number one selling connected TV device in 2011 and we have 40 million Xbox LIVE members. We are committed to delivering extraordinary entertainment experiences across devices in a uniquely connected way. Xbox LIVE on Windows 8 is a milestone in that journey. With the Windows 8 Consumer Preview, you’ll get a taste of some of the features we’re bringing with Xbox on Windows, but we’ll have more to share later this year as we get closer to launch.

You would think the largest OS developer on the planet would get it right and get a clue from all the negativity from gamers

It would be small matter for a company with Microsoft's resources IF they actually gave a damn about PC gaming and the PC market. Alas, they don't.

Indeed, wasted opportunities on their part. Look at what Steam has built over the past ten years. Even financial quarter obsessed EA sees the long term opportunities. Microsoft has just been short sighted in building out on their largest established platform. It's not surprising really, they're a big company with a lot of cruft and middle management types.

It's all good, do you want them on your side? I'm not sure I do, seeing what they have done with the Xbox 360 (sold mine last week btw, had barely turned it on all year).